Conversations in Close Protection

Close Protection Industry Shop Talk: April '22

April's  ShopTalk is here. The team takes a break from operations to catch up and make sense of the headlines. This month they unpack emerging information about the acquittals in the plot to kidnap the Michigan Governor, Los Angeles' rise in gang directed crime, continued efforts (or not) surrounding the investigation into Haitian President Moise's assassination, Fake Homeland Security agents, the US' re-opening of a Ukraine embassy, and more. Get your coffee ready and join in the conversatio...

CiCP Archives: Marcus Torgerson

Spending over four decades working in the security and combatives space, Marcus Torgerson has worked and become "the nightmare for bad guys."  In this archive edition, listen in on Marcus' journey within the industry, Krav Maga, his philosophy, and how he teaches de-escalation and violence-of-action to defenders everywhere. Find out more about him at https://marcustorgerson.com. Let us know your feedback at [email protected]

The training mindset with Pablo Ortiz Monasterio

This week the CiCP team discusses a topic they don't touch on very often, but one near and dear to – well – competence and doing the job well: training. We talk to AS3 Driver Training's Co-Founder, Pablo Ortiz Monasterio, about AS3's focus on training foundations and the scientific method to learn and retain performance information. It is an excellent discussion that applies to training and learning across the board, not just driving. Join us. Give us your perspective at protectiontalk@outlo...

Training Mindset with AS3 Driving's Pablo Ortiz-Monasterio

This week the CiCP team discusses a topic they don't touch on very often, but one near and dear to – well – competence and doing the job well: training. We talk to AS3 Driver Training's Co-Founder, Pablo Ortiz Monasterio, about AS3's focus on training foundations and the scientific method to learn and retain performance information. It is an excellent discussion that applies to training and learning across the board, not just driving. Join us. Give us your perspective at protectiontalk@outlo...

Evolving in Security - A discussion with Thomas Geppert.

This week we talk with PICCT Security Solutions' CEO Thomas Geppert. Thomas and Chuck go way(!) back, and it shows. Moreover, this week's conversation shows the evolution of the protective industry and the capabilities its practitioners bring to the table by taking opportunities and keeping an open mind. Listen in as this leader in the space shares his views on the industry from a German perspective and its future operational and business needs.  Give us your feedback at protectiontalk@outlo...

Evolving in Security - A discussion with PICCT Security Solutions' Thomas Geppert

This week we talk with PICCT Security Solutions' CEO Thomas Geppert. Thomas and Chuck go way(!) back, and it shows. Moreover, this week's conversation shows the evolution of the protective industry and the capabilities its practitioners bring to the table by taking opportunities and keeping an open mind. Listen in as this leader in the space shares his views on the industry from a German perspective and its future operational and business needs.  Give us your feedback at protectiontalk@outlo...

Perspectives on the Security Industry from Mike O'Neill

A varying viewpoint is always beneficial.  It helps us see the bigger picture, recognize trends, and gain a deeper understanding.  Optimal Risk's (and charter security professional) Mike O'Neill gave us just that.  Join the CiCP team as they unpack a conversation with Mike in which he shares his thoughts about the industry, career pivots, hybrid threats, learning, standards, and more.  Grab your pencils for this one!  Let us know your thoughts at [email protected]

Close Protection Industry Shop Talk: March '22

March 22 shop talk  is up is a big episode as the team highlights issues and articles for protectors and risk leaders to consider. The crew discusses deep fakes, the RaySecur Inc. mail security report, legal proceedings in the Denver TV station guard shooting, facility security breaches, CISAs satcom warnings, Russia/Ukraine, and more. Reach out to us at [email protected]  

Helping Others with Protective Intelligence: Heather MacDonald

When someone says "yes" to opportunity, interesting things happen. Heather MacDonald said yes to helping with a new tool used to provide protective intelligence. Now she works with current and potential clients looking for intelligence tools , understanding their use cases and needs. This gives Heather a unique perspective of what the industry is trying to accomplish, how it approaches challenges and ostensibly, what the future of the space may look like. If you are a protective intelligence...

Evacuation Operations: Ukraine w/George Taylor from Exlog Global

We grabbed a few moments with George Taylor of Exlog Global to discuss the current security situation in Ukraine, supporting evacuations and other needs. George shares his operational wisdom and approach to protective operations and the complexities in the war that are much different from our most recent conflicts. George Taylor Exlog Global

From Military Intelligence to Managing Protective Intelligence and Executive Protection Operations: Github's Dean Baratta

Dean Baratta has had an incredible journey to managing protective intelligence and protective operations. He has worked tactical intelligence, counterdrug support, counternarcotics at the state level and then was the Chief of Intelligence for New Jersey before moving to the private sector and managing intelligence and executive protection. Oh, did we mention he is also an adjunct professor at Rutgers? This is a great discussion about leadership, communication, execution and growth.

February 2022 Shop Talk

It's February ShopTalk. The team discusses current events in the risk space, including Apple's Air Tags, Russia's lead-up to Ukraine, a no-fly list suggested by airlines, 5G network upgrades, NSO spyware, and how practitioners should consider bias in the work. The crew also discusses the recent story involving social media influencer Ava Majury's issue with a stalker that led to a fatal showdown at her home last July. Please give us your feedback at [email protected].

Close Protection Industry Shop Talk: Chuck and Chris Discuss Current Events

It's February ShopTalk. The team discusses current events in the risk space, including Apple's Air Tags, Russia's lead-up to Ukraine, a no-fly list suggested by airlines, 5G network upgrades, NSO spyware, and how practitioners should consider bias in the work. The crew also discusses the recent story involving social media influencer Ava Majury's issue with a stalker that led to a fatal showdown at her home last July. Please give us your feedback at [email protected].

Review: Managing Workplace Violence from Circuit Magazine's WPV Panel

This week an excellent smorgasborg of contributors as we share and discuss The Circuit Magazine's excellent webinar segment on executive protection's role in workplace violence. Listen in as Chris Grow, Chris Sipe, and Chris Story have a discussion with The Circuit Magazine's Master of Ceremonies Phelim Rowe about the subject. Then, Chuck and Chris further break down the topic in the various roles. Great discussion and timely as we slowly move back to the office. The Circuit Magazine Cir...

What You've Learned vs What's Possible: A Great Conversation with Sage Group's Ron Worman

Often our listeners want to understand the business side of security as pertains to their business. Whether you're in a corporate environment, a provider, a consultant or a practitioner, there is a lot to unpack in this episode with Sage Group's Ron Worman, a business strategist and consultant who is passionate about the security industry. Ron Worman LinkedIn The Sage Group

Why a Company's 10K Report is Valuable for Security Practitioners

The annual 10K report produced by publicly traded companies is valuable for security practitioners and risk leaders.  Join the team as they discuss the aspects of the 10K and why it's essential for you - whether you run a security organization or work as an independent consultant and contractor.  Give us your feedback - [email protected]

Developing Processes for Success: Personal, Protective Operations and Consulting

Process for process sake is not a good thing. However, process to ensure increased results and probability of success is. This week we listen in as Dr. Jeremy Weisz from the The Process Breakdown Podcast talks with Chuck about the processes used in protection and consulting to derive foundational questions and start points to deliver the appropriate results and performance on protective details and consulting projects.  It is a great discussion Chuck and I elaborate on in our analysis.

Addressing "Benign" Threat Vectors with Raysecur's Will Plummer

TJ Kelly Will Plummer Dangerous Mail Report 2020

Twenty Twenty Too? Episode One Protection Talk

Haitian Prime Minister Assassination Attempt

2021 Year in Review

1 - Danny Cluskey - Irish Ranger and PSD 2 - Caleb Gilbert - Planning for and Executing Success 3 - Patrick Kane - Planning, Intel and Operations 4 - Clint Emerson - SEAL, Operative, Author  5 - Kate Bright - Providing Secure Lifestyles 6 - Pierre St. Remy - Running the Haitian President's Security 7 - Craig Douglas - Arms Reach Self Defense 8 -Will Geddes - Human Threat Management 9 -Bill Mathews - The Success and Return of Blackwater 10- Ryan Long - Corporate Intelligenc...

Close Protection Conference: CiCP Live from Vegas!

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Christmas Special: 3rd Annual Protectors Movie Review

Guests Will Geddes Josh Burmeister Janina Linke Elijah Shaw Bryan Flannery Camille D'Angerio CiCP on Insta CiCP on LinkedIn

CiCP: Live from Vegas!

Didn't get to go to the Close Protection? Join Chuck and Chris as they break down the conference and share the live question and answer session from this year's event. Lots of great discussions and audience participation. So, it's LIVE FROM VEGAS...CICP at the Close Protection Conference 2021! [email protected]

Redux: Close Protection with Former UK Operative Niell Davis

2021 Close Protection Conference Preview

Close Protection Conference Close Protection Conference Agenda

Close Protection Industry Shop Talk: Chuck and Chris Discuss Current Events

[UPDATED] Conversation with Crazy Prepper: Brian Duff from Mind 4 Survival

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Conversation with Crazy Prepper: Brian Duff from Mind 4 Survival

Mind 4 Survival Brian Duff

The Book of 5 Rings (Redux): Purpose and Profession

The Book of 5 Rings

The Culture of Close Protection (Redux)

What are your thoughts on culture within the industry? Let us know at [email protected].

Industry Standards Panel Review from GSX

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Q & A Time!

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GSX 2021 Review

GSX 2021 Review

Explosive Ordinance Disposal to ...Mail: Raysecur CSO Will Plummer

USPS 84 Mail Poster Austin Package Bomber 2018 Will Plummer on LinkedIn

9/11: Its Impact on the Security and Protection Industries

Turning Point on Netflix

Where security, risk and human behavior intersect… : Miranda Copoolse

MC Global Security MC Global Security Consulting LinkedIn MC Global Consulting FB Eisenhower Letter On Business Insider

Close Protection Industry Shop Talk: Chuck & Chris Discuss Current Events

Digital Dunkirk Afghan Evac Haitian Presidential Assassination  

Mid Summer Reading List: A Collection and Analysis with Elijah Shaw, Fred Burton, Spencer Coursen and Ryan Long

Fred Burton Spencer Coursen Ryan Long Elijah Shaw ICON

A Tasmanian Devil with Tourette’s Syndrome: Self Defense with Marcus Torgerson

Marcus Torgerson Marcus on Instagram Marcus on FB

Threat Intelligence: Janet Lawless, CEO and Founder of Center for Threat Intelligence

Janet Lawless Center for Threat Intelligence  

Running the Haitian President's Security: Pierre St. Remy

Pierre St. Remy on LinkedIn    

CiCP and Ontic's Protective Intelligence

Help us continue to develop the industry by rating and sharing CiCP! Email us at [email protected], and thank you for your support! Follow us CiCP Linkedin CiCP Facebook Group CiCP Instagram Ontic Center for Protective Intelligence

Protective Intelligence: Chuck Randolph and Ontic's Fred Burton

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Q & A: Chuck and Chris Answer Your CP Questions

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Protector Level Cyber Security and Beyond: Andrew Royall of Eclectic Home Technology

Eclectic Home Technology Andrew Royall on LinkedIn Digital Thoughts for Protectors

Close Protection Industry Shop Talk: Chuck and Chris and Current Events

Mastery of the Profession through a Life of Learning: Tom Lebrun

Tom Lebrun LinkedIn Hiding in Plain Sight: My Life and Adventures Protecting Celebrities

Emergency Manager to Intel Analyst at DIA, CIA and Back: Sarah Carlson

Sarah on Twitter All things Sarah Carlson Sarah on Insta The Book on Amazon: In the Dark of War: A CIA Officer's Inside Account of the U.S. Evacuation from Libya  

Corporate Intelligence and Executive Protection: Ryan Long